... shown growth. In 2024, Russia's GDP increased by 4%, making the country the largest economy in Europe and the fourth largest in the world, surpassing Germany and Japan. However, sanctions have led to: Reconstruction of logistics chains; Accelerated import substitution; Growth of domestic production; Abandonment of Western technologies in several key sectors. These changes have created both new challenges and new opportunities for Russian companies and investors. The U.S. May Replace Old Sanctions with ...

... is showing steady growth: experts estimate that by 2024, its volume will exceed 150 billion rubles, which is 12-15% above pre-pandemic levels. The main drivers of growth are an increased demand for health and immunity, as well as an active policy of import substitution – today, domestically produced supplements account for approximately 70-80% of the market. This creates a favorable environment for promising issuers in the dietary supplement market and attracts investors’ attention to the segment. The ...

... Role of Sanctions and Internal Reforms Despite ongoing sanctions pressure, business empires managed to adapt by: Reengineering supply chains through Kazakhstan, the UAE, and Turkey. Actively using the yuan and rupee in foreign transactions. Internal import substitution, particularly in the machinery and IT service sectors. 7. Social Responsibility and Reputational Risks In the context of increasing societal focus on inequality, billionaires have become more active in investing in charitable funds, educational ...

... impacts for investors. Current LNG Consumption in Europe Since the energy crisis of 2022, triggered by disruptions in Russian energy supplies, Europe has significantly increased its LNG imports. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), Europe imported over 140 billion cubic meters of LNG in 2023, with more than 20% of that coming from Russia. However, while Europe has expanded its LNG infrastructure, fully substituting Russian LNG will require additional terminals and facilities, which will demand substantial time and investment. Russian LNG Exports and Their Role in Europe Russia ranks as the world’s third-largest LNG exporter, after the United States ...

... and industry, actively went public. Sectors Leading the IPO Market In 2024, the main drivers of the market were companies from the information technology (IT), finance, and retail sectors. Information Technology: The sector's growth is attributed to import substitution and an increasing demand for domestic solutions. Companies use IPOs not only to attract capital but also to draw talent through shares and options. Retail and FMCG: Major chains utilize funds for logistics development, opening new outlets,...